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science-and-astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

"Scientists Warn of Increased Risk of Fatal Car Crashes During April 8 Total Solar Eclipse"

Scientists caution that the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8 could lead to an increase in fatal car crashes, based on a study of the 2017 eclipse. The surge in crashes was not directly linked to the eclipse's darkness, but rather to the increased traffic before and after the event. The study found a 31% increase in fatal crashes during the eclipse, with the risk rising before and after the event. Safety measures such as adhering to speed limits, minimizing distractions, and wearing seat belts are recommended to mitigate the risk.

via Space.com|

#astronomy #fatal-car-crashes #research-study

transportation-safety3 years ago•32 min saved

Regulators' Failure to Prevent Underride Crashes Investigated.

Underride crashes, in which a passenger vehicle slides beneath a large commercial truck, cause hundreds of deaths each year in the US. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been aware of the problem for decades but failed to take action due to poor data collection and industry lobbying. Safety measures, such as stronger rear underride guards, were deemed too expensive by the trucking industry. Experts argue that the technology is simple and relatively inexpensive. The NHTSA has publicly acknowledged its failure to accurately count underride collisions for decades.

via ProPublica|

#fatal-car-crashes #national-highway-traffic-safety-administration #safety-regulations